Chu Yuan, a doctor of law, accidentally transformed into Chu Tiankuo, a scholar from a poor family. Relying on his knowledge that transcended the times and his insight into human nature, he started from the beginning of the county examination case and worked his way up the rigorous imperial examination ladder step by step. There is no system or prediction, only a deep understanding of the laws of history and the prudence of an independent minister.
In the first volume, he studied, took exams, and entered the Hanlin Academy. Between the elite and the powerful, he stood out by solving a flood in a county and cracking a strange case in the examination room, completing his transformation from an ideal scholar to a pragmatic and capable official.
In the second volume, he is caught up in the struggle between the prince and the feudal king for the right to inherit the throne. He uses his strength in the treacherous situation of the court to promote tax reform and improve border defense. However, when his personal power collides head-on with the dynasty's long-standing abuses and historical destiny, all his wisdom faces the ultimate test: Should he follow the trend and protect himself wisely, or should he do it knowing that it cannot be done?
This is the ultimate game between modern thinking and ancient laws. It is a heavy epic about a lonely wise man trying to ignite a spark with reason in the torrent of history.
